Hutchinson Community College, in Hutchinson, Kansas, is one of the best junior college programs in the country. The Blue Dragons finished the 2011-2012 ranked No. 20 in the Div. I Junior College poll with a 25-7 overall record.

Hutchinson was one of several junior colleges who had actively pursued Allen this season. Allen averaged 19 points and 10 rebounds for New Hanover and was the Most Outstanding Player in the 4A state championship game, but was limited in his collegiate choice by poor grades. Virginia Commonwealth also showed interest in Allen, as head coach Shaka Smart flew down to see Allen this spring.